Next-Level of WEB3 Gaming: Google Clouds AI Powered Games New WEB3 Platform & $426M Investment — Knight Weekly

🎮 Welcome to this week's edition of Knight Weekly, where we delve into the exciting confluence of Web3 and indie gaming. This issue highlights pivotal developments, from Param Labs securing a strategic investment from Animoca Brands to boost the Web3 ecosystem, to the unveiling of Arbitrum's $426M Gaming Catalyst Program, aiming to revolutionize Web3 gaming. We also spotlight the launch of Parallel's AI-powered game on Solana, Aptos' partnership with Google Cloud to enhance the gaming experience, and the debut of the new Web3 platform, Gaimin.GG.

Each story underscores the rapid advancements and collaborative efforts shaping the future of gaming, promising more immersive and interactive experiences. This edition not only explores these headline-grabbing stories but also features insights from industry leaders, our game of the week, and intriguing fun facts for both indie enthusiasts and Web3 aficionados.

Get ready for a concise journey through the latest in gaming innovation and strategic ventures that are defining the next generation of gaming. Welcome to the future of gaming, welcome to Knight Weekly.⚔️🌟

🚀 This Week's Headlines! 🎮✨

• Param Labs secures Animoca Brands’ investment in Web3 ecosystem

• Arbitrum Unveils $426M Gaming Catalyst Program for Web3

• Parallel launches AI-powered game Colony on Solana

• Aptos taps Google Cloud to boost web3 gaming experience

• Gaimin.GG a new WEB3 platform launches

Param Labs secures Animoca Brands’ investment in Web3 ecosystem

Param Labs, an industry-leading UAE-based gaming infrastructure startup, and Animoca Brands, an organization advocating for digital property rights in the gaming industry and the open metaverse, have announced today that Animoca Brands has strengthened their partnership by making a strategic investment into Param Labs. The Param Labs-Animoca Brands alliance will boost Web3 ecosystem development. Param Labs is proud of over 50 IP collaborations with well-known businesses such as GameStop, Pudgy Penguins, and Mocaverse. They are completely committed to creating video games and infrastructure that will empower the next generation of gamers. Param Labs’ Web3 online third-person shooter game, known as Kiraverse, allows users to compete, earn, and trade digital assets such as characters and skins.

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Arbitrum Unveils $426M Gaming Catalyst Program for Web3

To achieve a prominent position within the fast-growing Web3 gaming segment, Arbitrum, a layer-2 blockchain network, has just introduced the ambitious Gaming Catalyst Program (GCP). This announcement was made public on March 12 This model not only gives out the innovative $426 million ARB tokens (200 million) but also deploys them to excite game creation and execute the desired Web3 games on the Arbitrum chain. The core task is to ensure that Arbitrum becomes a leading platform for Web3 gaming artists and developers. The program gives high priority to covering the requirements of logistical support, essential skills, and tools during the initial phase of onboarding to ensure successful engagement of the best developers. This leads to a conducive atmosphere that disseminates the infusion of new talent into this world of Arbitrum.

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Circle Partners with Krafton and Naver Z for Roblox-Style Metaverse

Google Cloud, known for its expansive cloud services, has broadened its roster of blockchain partners with a focus on integrating gaming into the web3 landscape. This time, the internet giant partnered with Aptos Labs, known for its work on the Aptos blockchain, according to a press release shared with crypto.news. Under the collaboration, Google Cloud added support for Aptos’ latest venture dubbed “Aptos GameStack,” which is described as a unified platform for the creation, integration, and linkage of blockchain elements within video games. Leveraging Google’s resources, Aptos seeks to enhance its solution by incorporating analytics and integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning products alongside web3 game tools.

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🎮 Game Of The Week

This Week We Spotlight NIGHT CROWS

About Game:

MMORPG, Night Crows, has officially launched. The game, which supports cross-play between PC and mobile, takes place in Europe during the 13th century. In this game, fantasy melds with history to create an engaging and imaginative version of medieval Europe.

Knight Of The Week

Flavien Defraire Director of Global Development
at Blockchain Game Alliance

About Flavien Defraire

Whose professional journey revolves around Digital Marketing, leveraging new technologies and infrastructures to aid brands in achieving their performance, visibility, and engagement objectives. Today, he sees blockchain as a pivotal advancement, offering an avenue to advocate for blockchain technology within the gaming industry. In his academic pursuits, Flavien emphasizes the significance of music for brands in their marketing endeavors through his blog and podcast, Le Son Dopamine. Once more, blockchain is altering the perception of value within the music industry.

🎙️Conversation of the Week

Ethereum's game-changing Dencun upgrade, aimed at reducing gas fees across Layer 2 networks. Dive back into this insightful discussion on the future of decentralized transactions. Tune in for valuable insights into blockchain technology's evolution.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation recording here

• Indie Fun Fact:

  "Bastion" sets itself apart with a dynamic narrator who adapts to the player's actions, offering a uniquely personalized storytelling experience.

• Web3 Fun Fact:

  "Decentraland" made history with the largest virtual property deal, recorded at $80,663, securing a place in the Guinness World Records.

Disclaimer:

The content in this newsletter is provided for informational purposes only. It should not be considered as an endorsement of any particular game or source.